Supporting Emerging Artists
The Competition for Colorado Singers
Experience the thrill of discovering Colorado’s next great opera stars! This annual competition showcases the finest young vocal talent in the state, featuring singers ages 23–32 in a dazzling display of artistry, passion, and technique. Finalists perform before a panel of distinguished judges — and an enthusiastic audience — vying for prestigious awards that help launch professional careers.
Join us for a day of extraordinary music, free to the public. Whether you stay for one aria or the entire event, you’ll witness the future of opera unfold before your eyes.
Competition Objectives
Launched in 1984, the annual Competition for Colorado Singers is the Guild’s signature event. It is designed to:
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- Spotlight and support promising young operatic talent in Colorado.
- Provide substantial financial awards and professional exposure to help singers ages 23–32 pursue operatic careers.
- Offer mentorship and performance opportunities that can lead to engagements with major opera companies.
Impact
Since inception, the Competition has awarded over $1,000,000 in prize money and helped launch careers of singers who have gone on to perform with prestigious companies like the Metropolitan Opera, Santa Fe Opera, Opera Colorado, and San Francisco Opera
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